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The design of this LEED Gold, three-story, 85,000sf office building focused on incorporating meaningful sustainable features into a market-rate speculative office building in order to use less water and energy than a typical office building. The team focused on selecting design strategies that would enhance the daily experience of building occupants, support local businesses, and make financial sense in terms of initial investment and operational savings. The building incorporates large quantities of recycled and regional materials as well as low-VOC interior materials to promote material conservation and occupant health. Urea formaldehyde free composite wood was used and low-emitting paints, sealants, adhesives, and carpets were selected to reduce chemical off-gassing. Rooms for the collection and storage of recyclables were also provided on each floor to encourage building occupants to recycle. This building is a testament that sustainability can be a beautifully integrated component in a successful design.

Location: Albuquerque, NM
Size: 85,000sf